Mississippi Weather Alert Today: Jackson Warms Fast After Morning Freeze as Winter Swings Into...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Mississippi – Frost clings to windshields and lawns as commuters step into a sharp, quiet morning. The cold feels brief but noticeable, a reminder that winter still controls the calendar even as change...
Nissan vehicle made in Canton, MS, has been recalled. What to know
The Nissan Frontier, which is put together at the Nissan Assembly Plant in Canton, is being recalled. The development is part of a problem that originated in another factory. According to a notice shared on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website, more than 26,400 vehicles have been recalled. The...
Jackson Public Schools Mourn the Loss of Longtime Educator Valerie M. Green
JACKSON – Jackson Public Schools is mourning the death of Valerie M. Green, a longtime educator who spent more than 25 years serving students and families across the district. In a statement, the district said Green most recently taught at Galloway Elementary School, where officials said she continued to...
SWAC’s McClelland honored by Mississippi State Senate and City of Jackson
JANS – Southwestern Athletic Conference Commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland was recently honored (Jan. 13) by the Mississippi State Senate and the City of Jackson in recognition of his contributions to the league. The Mississippi State Senate honored McClelland for his efforts in helping elevate the profile of the...
Ice and Vice Opening in Ridgeland!
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Ice and Vice is opening a new location in Ridgeland! It features Italian Ice, frozen yogurt and ice cream! Bonita Mosley brought samples to Studio 3 ahead of opening day!. The location’s grand opening is Tuesday, February 3rd! It is located at 398 Highway 51 in...
Mississippi Blood Services urges donors to give after storm-related closures reduce supply
FLOWOOD — Mississippi Blood Services is urging residents to donate blood this week after winter weather forced multiple blood drive and donation center closures across the state, reducing the available blood supply. In a statement, the organization said hospitals continue to need blood every day and called on...
The Old-Fashioned Restaurant In Mississippi Where The Southern Food Is Out Of This World
Tucked away in Madison, Mississippi sits a culinary landmark where vintage tractors greet you upon arrival and the aroma of hickory-smoked meats will have you floating through the parking lot like a cartoon character following a scent trail. Mama Hamil’s Southern Cookin’ and Bar B Que Buffet isn’t just another...
Wisteria Gardens Pearl Ms: Explore Serene Beauty
Imagine stepping into a world where vibrant colors and sweet fragrances envelop your senses. That’s what awaits you at Wisteria Gardens in Pearl, MS. If you’re dreaming of a picturesque escape or searching for that perfect backdrop for your next big event, you’ve found it. Have you ever wondered where you can find a...
Local high school student receives full-ride scholarship
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A local high school student received a full-ride scholarship to a university. Best-selling author Angie Thomas surprised high school senior Stephanie Hartmann with the news that she has received a full-ride scholarship to Belhaven University. Hartmann, a Brookhaven native, was named the 2026...
Sen. Hillman Frazier: Mississippi must act now on child care for working families
Mississippi Sen. Hillman Frazier: "In this child care crisis, it is essential the state acts swiftly. Families and day care providers alike are counting on us."
